Posts Tagged ‘Legal Issues’

A pay or quit notice is sent to a tenant who has failed to pay rent as required by the leasing contract. Most times, this type of notice is sent prior to the landlord beginning eviction proceedings against the tenant. This letter provides a tenant with a certain amount of time, typically 10 days, to […] read more

If you have paid utilities that were technically and legally the responsibility of your landlord, you may be entitled to receive compensation or credit for that expenditure on your monthly rent. To obtain such compensation, however, you must prove to your landlord that you made the payments because of his failure. Obtaining Rent Credit: Who […] read more

While a rental lease binds you to a property for a period of time, it is not unbreakable. One situation in which you might be able to break your lease is when the landlord makes changes to the property that alters your ability to live in the space. What Constitutes a Substantial Change? A tenant […] read more

Mold laws are designed to protect tenants from living in infected homes and becoming seriously sick. Unfortunately, not all landlords adhere to these laws and continue to rent apartments despite the presence of toxic mold. Identifying toxic mold is not easy as there are many types of mold and not all are toxic. Below are […] read more

Sometimes, despite trying everything to avoid it, you might need to take your landlord to small claims court for violations of your rental agreement. The proper court procedures an necessary steps for a successful suit are complicated and can be confusing. Notify Your Landlord and Keep Records The first step you must have already done […] read more

As the country deals with the economic blows of the housing crisis, many former homeowners are now facing a housing crisis of their own.  They need housing, but are often faced with a sad irony: due to their foreclosure, their credit has deteriorated, and due to their credit, they may have a more difficult time […] read more

The eviction process varies from state to state. It can even vary from city to city, town to town. However, the procedure is generally the same in every jurisdiction. Most importantly, if you are faced with an eviction, you should seek an experienced lawyer immediately. You may have only a few days to protect yourself, and such […] read more

Moving in to a new apartment can get pricey with the upfront fees charged on top of rent. Being aware of what fees are legitimate and which ones are not can help you avoid being scammed and also help you prepare for what kind of costs to expect. Save up enough money to cover these […] read more

When signing a lease on an apartment, it is important to closely read the rental agreement forms before signing them. While everything might seem on the level, there could be some fine print. Making sure to read over and understand everything carefully before signing is a must. Once your name is on the document, there is […] read more